Intel Xeon E5-2650
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: Intel
Cores: 8C / 16T
Clock: 2 - 2.8 GHz
Socket: LGA2011
TDP: 95W
Price: $51.49 from Newegg
Intel Xeon E5-2650
Cores
8C / 16T
Clock
2 - 2.8 GHz
Socket
LGA2011
TDP
95W
Best price from Newegg
$51.49
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Overview
The Intel Xeon E5-2650 packs 8 cores and 16 threads. Clocks run from 2GHz base to 2.8GHz boost. It drops into the LGA2011 socket with a 95W TDP — about 11.9W per core. 16MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Match the socket to your motherboard first; cooler TDP rating second.
At $51.49 it sits in the budget processor bracket. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to keep a running tally of the cost. Warranty coverage follows Intel's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing. The full specification sheet below breaks out every listed detail, and the compatibility checker flags conflicts with parts already in your build.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 95 W |
| CPU Cores | 8 |
| Socket | LGA2011 |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB |
| Threads | 16 |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 2.8 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Sandy Bridge |
| Integrated Graphics | None |
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